[Paddlewise] Getting in from a high pier

>From: "Thomas M. Heineman" <heineman_at_enteract.com>

>In my opinion, a great beginning book that would also serve as a useful
>reference for experienced kayakers is "The Essential Sea Kayaker" by
>David Seidman.  I just started kayaking in May this year and have opened
>this book at least 100 times.  Covers *all* the basics, e.g., how do you
>get in and out of a kayak: from a beach, from a pier that is high, from
>a pier that is low ...<snip>

So how DO you get into your boat from a high pier?  I usually just try to
balance and support my weight with my arm on the dock, but my arm always seems
to get all bruised up in the process.

Evan Dallas
Woodinville, Washington


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